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Kathleen Proctor, Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away on January 2, 2025, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee. Born on May 19, 1952, in Heppner, Oregon, Kathleen was the daughter of William and Ellen (Webb) Conboy. She grew up in a farming family and attended school in Glenwood, Washington. Kathleen later attended Blue Mountain Community College and earned her teaching degree from Eastern Oregon University. On June 24, 1972, she married Gordon Proctor in White Salmon, Washington.... Full story
There is a $50 charge for obituaries published in the Star. This includes a photo and up to 500 words. Reminders for Celebrations of Life and Death Notices are $25. Articles must be either e-mailed, faxed or dropped off at the Star office. They will not be accepted over the phone. The deadline to submit an article is Monday by 5 p.m. For more information, call 509.633.1350 or visit our website at grandcoulee.com.... Full story
Kathleen Proctor passed away on January 2, 2025, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, WA. She was a resident of Grand Coulee, WA. Born on May 19, 1952, in Heppner, OR, Kathleen was the daughter of William and Ellen (Webb) Conboy. She grew up in a farming family and attended school in Glenwood, WA. Kathleen later attended Blue Mountain Community College and earned her teaching degree from Eastern Oregon University. On June 24, 1972, she married Gordon Proctor in White Salmon, WA. Kathleen... Full story
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeanne “Punkin” Marie (Toulou) Pachosa, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, beloved sister, and treasured friend to many. Jeanne passed away December 25, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 21, 1953, Jeanne was a proud member of the Colville Confederated Tribes Arrow Lakes Band. She married the love of her life, Jack Anthony Pachosa, on December 26, 1970, and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and steadfast faith over... Full story
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeanne “Punkin” Marie (Toulou) Pachosa, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, beloved sister, and treasured friend to many. Jeanne passed away December 25, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 21, 1953, Jeanne was a proud member of the Colville Confederated Tribes Arrow Lakes Band. She married the love of her life, Jack Anthony Pachosa, on December 26, 1970, and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and steadfast faith over... Full story
D Delores Jean Mueller, 91, died on December 17, 2024, in Spokane, Washington. Jean was born on May 20, 1933, in Wagner, South Dakota, to William (Bill) McCabe and Emma LaBarge McCabe, and spent her childhood in Lake Andes, South Dakota before graduating as a Registered Nurse from Sacred Heart School of Nursing in Yankton, SD. In 1955, she married Robert (Bob) Mueller in Lake Andes, and they began their life together in Huron, SD where Bob worked for the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. Their... Full story
Mark James Atchison passed into the waiting arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday December 21, 2024. He was born in Omak, Washington January 23, 1973, to Edna (Atchison) Hauser and Robert Woods. Mark grew up in Coulee Dam, attending school there with many who have remained lifelong friends. He basked in the love and attention provided by his loving grandparents and family. He was a long-time resident of the Coulee area, having worked as a teen for Coulee Hardware, and later in life in... Full story
Sandra E. Green, 84, from Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024. She was born in Mandan, North Dakota on July 27, 1940, and moved to Spokane, Washington with her family when she was a little girl. Sandra was the mother of three children, Greg Edmunds (and wife, Dawn Edmunds) of Osburn, Idaho, Debbie Van Brunt of Rockville, Maryland, and Brenda Edmunds of Spokane, Washington. She was grandmother to seven: Sarah, Matthew, Meghann, Jeremy, Rachael, Joshua, and... Full story
Ivetta Jane Morgan was born in 1936 to Clifford and Mary (Hansen) Morgan at her Grandmother Hansen's home near Lebanon, MO. She died December 14, 2024 at home with her loving family beside her. From Missouri, Ivetta's parents moved for a year to CA, and in 1948 the family moved to Electric City, WA. Ivetta graduated at Grand Coulee, WA as Salutatorian of her class. Robert Eylar and Ivetta were married Sept. 10, 1955 and moved frequently while he was employed by the Bureau of Reclamation,... Full story
Chris quietly passed away while working under his truck in the garage. Just a door opening away with his little dog curled around him. He was a strong, fast worker when not in pain. Finally his four years of suffering with pancreatic cancer were over.My thoughts immediately went back to when he was a little boy, always teasing, laughing, and full of fun. I married Jim Carzoli the summer after graduation.He was in the Air Force at Moses Lake. Chris was our third child. We had four children and li... Full story
Marline Minor, Coulee Dam, 64, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024. Arrangements are being made by Barnes Chapel, Brewster, Wash....
David Michael Bjorson, a man whose laughter and compassionate spirit touched everyone's heart, went home to the Lord on Sunday, November 3, 2024. A celebration of life will be held at the Wilbur High School Multipurpose room on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 1pm.... Full story
Bob Schryvers was born on November 6, 1932, and was carried peacefully to the arms of Jesus Christ, on November 14, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at Faith Community Church on November 30th at 2:00 p.m.... Full story
Johnny Ray Crawford was born on November 28, 1936 in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, one of 5 children born to Clyde & Ola Crawford. On Wednesday, November 13, 2024 he went to heaven to be with his wife Catherine (Cathy) and his sons Brian & Jon. On May 17, 1955 Johnny married Cathy Center in Olathe, Kansas and started their family of 6 children. Eventually they moved the family to Naches, WA where they bought an orchard of 40 acres. Johnny was a hard worker. He was a logger for 15 years and had... Full story
David Michael Bjorson, a man whose laughter and compassionate spirit touched everyone's heart, went home to the Lord on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Born in Grand Coulee, Washington to Dale and Robin Bjorson, on November 24, 1981, David was a light in this world from the very beginning. He spent his final days in Wilbur, a place that he called home, where he built a life full of love and community. David embraced life with an adventurous soul that resonated with everyone blessead enough to know... Full story
Winona Winn "Wendi" Simons, beloved friend and family member, passed away peacefully at her home in Coulee Dam, WA, on November 12, 2023, at the age of 54 due to heart failure. Born in Spokane, WA, on August 9, 1969, Wendi was the cherished daughter of Karen Simons. She grew up in the Coulee Dam area, graduating from Lake Roosevelt High School in 1988. With a dream of a career in broadcasting, Wendi moved to Spokane to attend Bailie School of Broadcast, where she graduated and began her career... Full story
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Gary Allen Lesser, 82, of Keller, Washington. Gary was born on January 17, 1942, in Spokane, Washington. He graduated in 1960 from Springdale High School. He worked at Keller School as a bus driver for over 20 years. Gary was an avid hunter,a hardworker and loved working with his hands and building stuff. He liked browsing ebay for parts for his projects and was always looking to buy and sell. He enjoyed listening to country music, and...
Farming towards the sunset: A celebration of life for Dale will be held at 2pm, Sat., Oct. 5 at the Childers' farm 1531 Childers Rd, E, Almira. Please join us as we share some of our favorite memories and stories remembering Dale whohe is greatly missed. Food and drink will be provided. Dale loved desserts. Feel free to bring a dessert.... Full story
Dale Rodney Childers (Chili) was born on March 21, 1956 in Spokane, Washington at Sacred Heart hospital. He passed away August 9, 2024 Dale is survived by his significant other Marlene Millikan, his daughter Chelsea (Lance), granddaughters Sawyer and Kenzi Baltzell and Croix Kendall (Lance). His son Dakota (Jamie) and grandson Dustin. He is survived by his mother Lora Belle Childers, his sisters Deanna (Terry), Danette and Delora (Bob). Dale graduated from Almira High School in 1974 where he par... Full story
Jeffrey Alexander Brent, age 78, passed away at his home in Electric City, WA., the evening of September 9, 2024. He had been in ill health for some time. Jeff was born in Ironton, MO., November 4, 1945, to James Alexander Brent and Catherine Chloe (Scott) Brent. At a young age he moved with his mother and two sisters to Northern California. He graduated from Berkely High School in 1963, then went on to San Jose State College, graduating in 1968. He studied journalism but soon decided it wasn't... Full story
Retired Vietnam Veteran Nolan Harrell passed away September 3rd, at the age of 81. His partner for many years Angela was by his side to the end. Nolan is survived by his brother Melvin Harrell Sr., sister Vera (Harrell) Benton, sister Alma Harrell, and many nephews and nieces. A funeral service to honor Nolan Harrell life will be held at 1:00pm, on September 23rd at Banbury Crematorium, Southam Rd, Banbury OX16 1 ST UK. Webcast details: cut and paste it into WhatsApp Website:... Full story
Judy (Gandrud) Hofman, 78, of Walla Walla, Washington, formerly of Culbertson, Montana, Ritzville, Washington and Electric City, Washington, passed away at Providence Medical Center on August 20, 2024, following complications of diabetes. She was born on March 31, 1946, in Wilmar, California now known as Rosemead, California, to Joseph and Marie Gandrud. She was raised in Culbertson, where she attended school and graduated from High School in 1965. Following high school, Judy married John... Full story
Deana Ladwig, 82, of Spokane Valley, WA passed away on August 3, 2024. She was always prepared and wrote her own obituary as follows: While attending church service on November 22, 2009 a spiritual thing happened to me.... I was told to write my own obituary. I was born the second daughter of Thomas and Olga Bingham in Coulee Dam, WA. My older sister is Jeraldine Bingham (Herm) Caviness of Spokane, WA. A few years after my dad's death while serving his country in World War II, my mom married... Full story
Kathy R. Rose (Jiles) was born on April 19, 1955, in Coulee Dam, WA. She passed away at the age of 69, on August 8, 2024, in Brewster, WA, after an extended battle with cancer. Kate completed her education in Coulee Dam, attending both primary and high school in the area she would call home. She married the love of her life, Gary Rose, in 1972, making their home in Grand Coulee, WA. She was the beloved co-owner and operator of the R&A Cafe in Coulee Dam, WA, in the 1980's. Her career was not... Full story
On Sunday, June 30th, Jim McDermott, 64, bid farewell to this world to join his much-missed family; parents: Carol and Sham, and brothers: Dan and Kyle. He is survived by his sister, Kendra. Jim's younger years were filled with humorous moments and shenanigans. Many would find themselves on the receiving end of a spider ring he had cleverly hidden, or being called upon to star in one of his creative and hilarious skits. He would often be found laughing and reminiscing with his family and friends... Full story